By Al Krombach

Special to the Daily News

The Putnam County Library System may be closed, but that hasn’t stopped it from providing local children with a sense of wonder and imagination.

A Bardin man slowly recovering from contracting COVID-19 said while the virus isn’t a death sentence, it’s important to stay safe and optimistic.

The Florida Department of Health in Putnam County reported one new COVID-19 death Thursday as cases topped 600. 

Changes to Putnam County Emergency Services could be right around the corner if everything goes as planned for the Fire and Emergency Management Services Committee.

Palatka Municipal Airport Advisory Board officials met virtually Wednesday afternoon, mulling over potential hangar rent increases and possible changes to its $1.1 million T-hangar project.

A Palatka man is accused of threatening a person with a pocket knife Wednesday afternoon.

Three long-term care facilities in Putnam County reported coronavirus cases in either staff or patients as of Tuesday. 

The Putnam County School District released its plan to reopen schools on Wednesday and prevent the spread of COVID-19 with school in session.